33 Front St, Schenectady, NY 12305

Featured in the 2019 Stockade Walkabout Historic Tour, this home has stories to tell. It's got charm and character with a great blend of old and new. Nine-foot ceilings and large, sunlit windows complement spacious rooms with hardwood floors. Lots of convenient, efficient comforts and upgrades, including stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, natural gas stove, natural gas grill hook-up, contemporary ceiling fans, loads of built-ins, first-floor washer/gas dryer, potbelly natural gas stove for alternate heat source and newly installed 96% energy-efficient furnace and central air conditioning with smart thermostat. Unique features include a library with fireplace and original Sears & Roebuck mantle as well as a home office and two and one-half bathrooms. A lovely perennial garden with fruit and ornamental trees and she-shed extend beyond a cozy den, deck, and just-the-right-size fenced-in backyard. Walkable neighborhood with quick access to newly renovated historic Arthur's Market, Amtrak train depot, Greyhound bus station, Proctors, Schenectady County Community College, Union College, Ellis Hospital, Riverside Park, Rivers Casino, and a diverse set of restaurants. Front door access to an incredible bike path along the Erie Canal, fresh produce at the weekly farmers market, real Italian pastries from numerous bakeries and local coffee shops, the end of summer Greek and Italian festivals and Stockade art show, tasty brews from local craft breweries, and open air summer concerts at the Mohawk Harbor amphitheater. It's also a quick hop on the train to NYC, short drive to the Adirondacks, the Berkshires, and Montreal. A popular Airbnb and Warm Showers destination, this neighborhood offers automatic ambiance, dog-friendly neighbors, and an overall sense of autonomy within a well-connected community. Credit score of 700 or above. Renter responsible for gas, electric, WIFI, and renter insurance policy. No smoking in house. Currently unfurnished; furnished may be negotiable. One-year lease. **Accepting applications through Zillow. Due to COVID restrictions, showings limited to qualified applicants only.